1987 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 295 kg more than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Seat Cordoba (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Reliant Scimitar | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Reliant | Seat |
| Model | Scimitar | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2450 mm |
